Property Information

Calabash Bay Lodge

Calabash Bay Lodge is surrounded by pristine eucalypt bushland and the ancient sandstone cliffs fronting onto the Hawkesbury River at Berowra Waters. With three national parks on each side of our riverfront location, the Ku’ring-gai Chase, Marramarra, and Berowra Valley, Calabash Bay Lodge offers an unparalleled eco-luxury escape perfect for weekend getaways from Sydney, multigenerational or multiple family holidays, as well as romantic luxury couples retreats in celebration of honeymoons or babymoons, or just to spoil a lover. Calabash Bay Lodge is also a unique and inspiring venue for a corporate reward, strategy workshop, or health and wellness retreat.

All of Calabash Bay Lodge's rooms feature north-facing floor to ceiling views to a 4km sweep of riverfront that ends at our private pontoon and waterfront garden. You’ll have the deepest and most refreshing sleep in our four beautifully-appointed bedrooms with plush organic 1000 count cotton bedlinen – including 2 king rooms with AH Beard premium luxury beds that can be split into 2 twin beds for groups of family, friends or colleagues, and 2 with queen sized Sealy Posturepedic beds. All have outdoor balconies and water views, and there are 3 bathrooms, 2 being private ensuites with luxury rain showers, with luxury toiletries supplied from REN and Li’Tya.

The real entertainment is outdoors on the Hawkesbury River however, with use of a runabout boat for fishing and adventuring, 1 double and 3 single kayaks, as well as fishing rods and a crab pot to try your luck at catching dinner included. You can swim year round directly off our private pontoon, or take the boat for a spin to a nearby secluded beach at low tide. You can bushwalk directly from the property’s rear or take the boat to the nearby trail heads of the Great North Walk.

For those craving more relaxation, savour the atmosphere waterside in our hanging pod chair, on the Brazilian hammock under the shade of our jacaranda tree, or our French striped deck chairs. Or spend the afternoon lazing on the B&B Italia day bed on the upstairs terrace, soaking up the magical atmosphere of life on the waterfront from above and figuring out which of the passing boats you'll buy when you win the lottery or when that start-up begins to pay its way.

We can also arrange a private chef to cook for you in house, provide gourmet self-serve meals for you, or pre-stock the Lodge with supplies to request (even birthday cakes!). If you feel like spoiling yourself further, we can arrange therapists to provide massage and spa treatments in house for you. Private yoga and SUP yoga classes are also available in house.

Being sustainable in our activities and protecting the environment is something we take seriously. All energy used at Calabash Bay Lodge is fully carbon offset, we have an eco-friendly waste system and we clean only with chemical and phosphorus free natural products, so as to have the lowest possible footprint on our pristine river environment.

Four legged friends are welcome to join you on your holiday on an outdoors only basis by prior approval by the owner.

OUR ACCOLADES
* Best Australian Boutique Hotel, Villa or Lodge Finalist at the Luxury Travel Gold List Awards 2016 & 2015
* Best Indulgence Finalist in the Stayz Awards 2015
• Unique Accommodation Finalist at the 2014 & 2012 NSW Tourism Awards
• Unique Accommodation Winner at the 2012 Greater Sydney Tourism Awards
• Virgin Australia's Voyeur Magazine rated us as one of the world’s “51 top luxe experiences” on their 2012 Luxe List
• A top luxury pick in Fairfax's 52 Good Weekends Away list of 2011
• The Weekend Australian rated us in the world's "Top Water Beds" in 2009

ESSENTIAL DETAILS
• Only 45 minutes north of the Sydney CBD, 1 hour from Sydney Airport
• Sleeps up to 8 in two king/split twin bedrooms, two queen bedrooms, and three bathrooms
• Water views and balcony access from every room
• Indoor and outdoor entertaining and lifestyle zones over 3 sundrenched north-facing levels
• Contemporary international and Australian designer furnishings
• Self-contained with in residence private chef and full service catering options available on request or through packages
• Absolute waterfront with private mooring available for your own boat, or use ours
• Water-access only
• Arrival and departure boat transfers included
• Boat, kayaks & fishing equipment included
• Family friendly - cots and highchair available
• Pet friendly outdoors only by prior agreement with management

RATES & TARIFFS
Rates are based on 6 guests staying across 3 bedrooms. Up to 8 guests are possible for an additional $50 per person per night. 2 additional infants up to 12 months of age are permitted complimentary up to an absolute maximum of 10 guests.
At weekends, Friday & Saturday nights must always be booked together, for a minimum 2 night stay.
For midweek stays between Monday and Friday, a minimum of 3 nights must be booked.
NB We regret to advise that we do not accept bookings that start on a Saturday or Sunday, or public holidays.

Property Features

In House Movies

Security Parking

Organic Food Restaurant

Fire Place

Day Spa

Pet friendly

Fresh linen supplied

Broadband Internet Access

BBQ Area

Concierge

Sea Access

Spa

DVD Library

Street parking

Special Retreats

Conference Facilities

WiFi Internet

Non-Smoking Property

Viewpoint

Iron/Ironing Board

Guest Laundry

Library

Oceanfront Yoga Halls

Coastal Walks

On Site Restaurant

Free WiFi

Yoga Halls

Coastal Walks, Fish, Kayaking, Sailing

Non-Smoking Rooms

Accommodation Details

Calabash Bay Lodge

Best Available Rate

Our Self-Catering Best Available Rate offers exclusive private use of the fully self-contained property and includes up to 6 guests as standard. 2 additional adults/children and 2 infants can also be added for an additional $50 per night. Calabash Bay Lodge boasts four beautifully-appointed bedrooms – including two king rooms that can be split into two singles, perfect for groups of family, friends or colleagues – all with access to balconies and water views, and 3 bathrooms, 2 being private ensuites with luxury amenities from REN and Li’Tya and another large bathroom with full bath and separate shower.

Calabash Bay Lodge’s interior-designed indoor and outdoor entertaining and lifestyle zones across three levels feature the best of Australian and international design from Coco Republic, Hub, Planet, and Cloth Fabric, and essential modern lifestyle and entertainment amenities, including complimentary high speed broadband WiFi, Samsung Smart TV with Foxtel Platinum HD TV Sonos wireless stereo system, Wii games console, and Apple TV media centre. There’s plenty of space for groups to come together for meals or activities, or to chill out and soak up the magical atmosphere in one of the many relaxation zones without being on top of each other, while couples will enjoy a gamut of cosy spots to curl up together.

Calabash Bay Lodge

Long Stay 7 Nights or More

Calabash Bay Lodge is a boutique luxury retreat for the discerning traveller in a unique and exemplary location. Whatever the occasion, be it a romantic escape or a getaway with friends or family, our absolute waterfront Lodge is a beautiful place to relax, indulge, and celebrate life.

Only 45 minutes north of the Sydney CBD, the azure water, pristine eucalypt bush and 200 million year old Hawkesbury sandstone cliffs of Berowra Waters will seduce you. Surrounded by 360 degrees of national park, the self-contained Calabash Bay Lodge offers 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 private ensuites) and
indoor and outdoor entertaining and lifestyle zones over 3 sundrenched north-facing levels.

Being water-access only, Calabash Bay Lodge is a very private and exclusive sanctuary for guests to replenish, rejuvenate and recharge in this magical setting.

Desk

Free In-House Movies

Ceiling Fans

Ipod Dock

Large Balcony/Terrace

Dining Setting

Microwave

Hairdryer

Iron/Ironing board

Contemporary Interior

Kitchen

Stairs

Oven

Wireless Internet

2 King Beds

Alarm Clock

Stove top

Toaster

Bath

King / 2 single beds

Dishwasher

Tea/Coffee Making

Clock Radio

Non-Smoking

3 Bathrooms

Balcony

Cable/Satellite TV

Heating

180 Degree Panoramic Sea View

Fresh Milk

Laundry Facilities

Fridge - Fullsize

Verandah

En-Suite Bathroom

Air-conditioning

Barbeque

Telephone

High Chair Available

Fan Cooled

Two Queen Bedrooms

DVD Player

CD Player

Views

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Complimentary toiletries

Linen and Towels Provided

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Fully equipped kitchen

Washer and Dryer

Lounge Area

Television

Calabash Bay Lodge

Weekend with Very Late Checkout

When you book a weekend away, we know you want to make the most of it. That's why we offer our unique Very Late Checkout Special, so you can make every minute of your valuable weekend away count towards the ultimate in relaxation & indulgence. Continue your relaxation well into your Sunday, instead of having to check out in the morning and miss out on a whole extra day to unwind and soak in the magical atmosphere.

Our exclusive Very Late Check-out option, offers a 50% discount off Sunday night so weekend guests can arrive on Friday afternoon & check-out Monday morning. As Calabash is located only a 45 minute drive north of the CBD, many of our guests take us up on this offer to extend their weekend relaxation for another full day of enjoyment. You will need an early start to get ahead of the traffic, but you will be well rested after another night of refreshing deep sleep.

If you're unable to stay over the Sunday night due to school commitments or other, with this offer you are also welcome to stay the full day of the Sunday and check out by sunset.

On Long Weekends this offer can extend a 3 night stay to 4 inclusive of the public holiday Monday night, so you can stay and enjoy the full day of the holiday day off work, and check-out Tuesday morning.

NB This offer is not available during high season periods inclusive of Christmas, New Year and January. Available weekends included in this promotion will display upon specific date search. The offer will appear as a discount across the 3 nights, or 4 for Long Weekends. Not valid in conjunction with any other offers; regular booking conditions apply.

Optional extras, such as a 3 Course Dinner by private chef, as well as spa therapies and relaxing massages, are also available to add to your booking later upon request.

Desk

Free In-House Movies

Ceiling Fans

Ipod Dock

Large Balcony/Terrace

Dining Setting

Microwave

Hairdryer

Iron/Ironing board

Contemporary Interior

Kitchen

Stairs

Oven

Wireless Internet

2 King Beds

Alarm Clock

Stove top

Toaster

Bath

King / 2 single beds

Dishwasher

Tea/Coffee Making

Clock Radio

Non-Smoking

3 Bathrooms

Balcony

Cable/Satellite TV

Heating

180 Degree Panoramic Sea View

Fresh Milk

Laundry Facilities

Fridge - Fullsize

Verandah

En-Suite Bathroom

Air-conditioning

Barbeque

Telephone

High Chair Available

Fan Cooled

Two Queen Bedrooms

DVD Player

CD Player

Views

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Complimentary toiletries

Linen and Towels Provided

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Fully equipped kitchen

Washer and Dryer

Lounge Area

Television

Calabash Bay Lodge

Stay 7 Pay 6 This Summer

Soak up the magical atmosphere of the award-winning Calabash Bay Lodge this Summer. Stay 7 Nights & Pay for Only 6!
Valid for all stays between Friday, 1st December, 2017 and Wednesday, 28th February 2018.
NB Free night value is deducted across each night of stay when booking online and discount is displayed in the booking summary.
Exclusions: Christmas and New Year (22 December to 1 January).

Desk

Free In-House Movies

Ceiling Fans

Ipod Dock

Large Balcony/Terrace

Dining Setting

Microwave

Hairdryer

Iron/Ironing board

Contemporary Interior

Kitchen

Stairs

Oven

Wireless Internet

2 King Beds

Alarm Clock

Stove top

Toaster

Bath

King / 2 single beds

Dishwasher

Tea/Coffee Making

Clock Radio

Non-Smoking

3 Bathrooms

Balcony

Cable/Satellite TV

Heating

180 Degree Panoramic Sea View

Fresh Milk

Laundry Facilities

Fridge - Fullsize

Verandah

En-Suite Bathroom

Air-conditioning

Barbeque

Telephone

High Chair Available

Fan Cooled

Two Queen Bedrooms

DVD Player

CD Player

Views

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Complimentary toiletries

Linen and Towels Provided

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Fully equipped kitchen

Washer and Dryer

Lounge Area

Television

Calabash Bay Lodge

Christmas In July Feast Package

Gather round your closest chums or dearest family for a weekend at our Hawkesbury riverfront retreat, and recreate the magic of a northern hemisphere Christmas with a private chef catered Christmas in July Feast.

This unique Australian tradition blends all the good things about winter Christmas – Roast Turkey or Pork (replete with crackling!), a roaring fire, and good company – without you having to cater the big dinner yourself. A private chef will lay on a feast with all the trimmings while you kick back, relax, and watch the mists amble over the riverscape from in front of the fireplace at Calabash Bay Lodge.

A guaranteed late checkout is also included with this rate.

~~ Christmas in July Menu ~~
~ Entree ~
Panfried scallops served on the half shell with chorizo and fresh tomato
or
Traditional individual king prawn cocktail

NB Available weekends included in this promotion will display upon specific date search. 3 nights inclusive of Friday, Saturday and Sunday must be booked on this rate. Not valid in conjunction with any other offers; regular booking policy and conditions apply. Minimum 7 days in advance bookings only accepted. Rate includes 6 adults as default, and 2 additional adults or children can be added. Please contact us directly for a rate quote if less than 6 persons.

For the feast, please choose one option per course that everyone will eat. Dietary requirements can be catered for, and vegetarian and halal alternatives are also available on request. We would normally schedule your feast for Saturday night with service of the first course at 7pm, unless you prefer a different night or a lunch, which we are happy to accommodate.

Optional extras, such as additional meal catering, spa therapies and relaxing massages, are also available to add to your booking on request.

Desk

Free In-House Movies

Ceiling Fans

Ipod Dock

Large Balcony/Terrace

Dining Setting

Microwave

Hairdryer

Iron/Ironing board

Contemporary Interior

Kitchen

Stairs

Oven

Wireless Internet

2 King Beds

Alarm Clock

Stove top

Toaster

Bath

King / 2 single beds

Dishwasher

Tea/Coffee Making

Clock Radio

Non-Smoking

3 Bathrooms

Balcony

Cable/Satellite TV

Heating

180 Degree Panoramic Sea View

Fresh Milk

Laundry Facilities

Fridge - Fullsize

Verandah

En-Suite Bathroom

Air-conditioning

Barbeque

Telephone

High Chair Available

Fan Cooled

Two Queen Bedrooms

DVD Player

CD Player

Views

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Complimentary toiletries

Linen and Towels Provided

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Fully equipped kitchen

Washer and Dryer

Lounge Area

Television

Calabash Bay Lodge

Modern Australian Luxe - Private Chef Experience

Relax in the capable hands of personal chef Manuel Affarian from Secret Dining as he prepares a 3 course lunch or dinner in house at Calabash Bay Lodge. Manuel specialises in modern Australian fare, and utilises local produce from the Hawkesbury region wherever possible.

Package Inclusions:
2 nights accommodation
Complimentary sparkling on arrival
3 course lunch or dinner at a day and time of your choice
Arrival and departure transfers by private boat
Complimentary wifi

Package T&C's:
Friday & Saturday nights must be booked together;
*Guaranteed late checkout not available with Friday departure day, only available for Sunday to Thursday departures;
Not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promo codes.

Desk

Free In-House Movies

Ceiling Fans

Ipod Dock

Large Balcony/Terrace

Dining Setting

Microwave

Hairdryer

Iron/Ironing board

Contemporary Interior

Kitchen

Stairs

Oven

Wireless Internet

2 King Beds

Alarm Clock

Stove top

Toaster

Bath

King / 2 single beds

Dishwasher

Tea/Coffee Making

Clock Radio

Non-Smoking

3 Bathrooms

Balcony

Cable/Satellite TV

Heating

180 Degree Panoramic Sea View

Fresh Milk

Laundry Facilities

Fridge - Fullsize

Verandah

En-Suite Bathroom

Air-conditioning

Barbeque

Telephone

High Chair Available

Fan Cooled

Two Queen Bedrooms

DVD Player

CD Player

Views

Fridge - Bar Fridge

Complimentary toiletries

Linen and Towels Provided

Outdoor Setting

Cots Available

Fully equipped kitchen

Washer and Dryer

Lounge Area

Television

Terms & Conditions

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS
We will make every effort to ensure the property is available as booked. However we reserve the right to make alterations to bookings due to unforeseen circumstances such as force majeure. The guest must acknowledge that due to the location of the property, being in a remote water-access only area surrounded by national park, interruptions to mains utilities such as water or power while rare may occur. Check-out time at the latest is by 10am unless a later check out time has been agreed in writing at time of booking. Pets are not allowed unless specific arrangements have been made in writing prior to commencement of stay. Pets are permitted on an outdoor only basis where approved by the owners of the property at time of booking, and a pet bond may also apply. Swimming from the property’s frontage and use of the runabout boat, kayaks, and fishing equipment provided is at the guests own risk, and the guest coordinating the booking (booking coordinator) is liable for any damages caused during operation.

We strongly advise guests take out travel insurance with water activities coverage to protect themselves against unexpected changes to their travel plans, for the risk of damage to property, or injury to themselves and/or third parties. Any variations to the terms and conditions must be requested in writing and agreed to by management before the commencement of the rental period at Calabash Bay Lodge. The booking coordinator must educate all guests staying at Calabash Bay Lodge as to these terms and conditions of rental, uphold and enforce these terms and conditions at all times during the rental period and will be liable for the actions of any guests in their group that cause breakage, damages or excess cleaning or rubbish removal requirements.

SECURITY BOND
A security bond is payable to cover any additional costs incurred, including but not limited to, any breakage, damages or excess cleaning or rubbish removal requirements. On departure, the property should be left in a similar state to its condition on arrival. We include final cleaning in all rates, however, we expect the property to be tidied and left in a presentable condition as you would in your own home. As Berowra Waters has no waste services being on a river in national park, we appreciate your assistance in taking as much waste and recycling as possible from the Lodge on your checkout transfer and disposing of this at the facilities adjacent the carpark.

We require the guest to provide credit card details for the security bond. We accept VISA, Mastercard, Bankcard, American Express, JCB and Discover cards. Please note well that Debit VISA and Debit MasterCards or similar are not accepted for the security bond. The security bond required is $1000. The security bond will be returned in full subject to the terms and conditions of rental being met satisfactorily. In the event that we have to draw upon the security bond for any reason, the full value of the bond will be charged to the credit card. If the repair cost is less, the difference will be refunded as soon as practicable.

CHILD POLICY
Calabash Bay Lodge accepts children without restriction and is family friendly. Two additional infants (up to 12 months of age) can be accommodated on the property in addition to the normal maximum of 8 guests subject to request in writing and approval by management. One cot and highchair are available at the property for your use upon request.

NUMBER OF GUESTS
Under no circumstances are more than 8 guests allowed on the premises at any one time, with the exception of approved day visitors (see below). Under no circumstances are any additional guests beyond the number confirmed at time of booking permitted on the property, unless subsequently agreed in writing prior to commencement. This will be strictly enforced. Contravening this condition may result in immediate termination of the rental and/or loss of bond.

VISITOR POLICY
Subject to request in writing and approval by management, in certain circumstances we may agree for day visitors to visit guests staying at the property. No more than 10 persons may be on the property at any one time. The same terms and conditions apply to day visitors as to guests staying overnight at the property. Where we agree prior to the commencement of your stay that visitors may visit guests at the property during the rental period, guests must acknowledge that additional fees may be deducted from the security bond to cover any extra incidental costs including but not limited to extra cleaning, garbage removal and additional wear and tear.

GROUP BOOKING POLICIES – NOISE & PARTIES. PLEASE NOTE WELL
Parties and Functions are strictly prohibited at all times. Use contrary to this may result in immediate termination of the rental, loss of security bond, and the guest will forfeit any claim to refund of monies for rental paid prior to commencement. Excessive noise, particularly loud music and voices in the outdoor areas, that is in violation of NSW noise pollution law is strictly prohibited and may result in termination of rental and loss of bond.

THEFT OR LOSS
We do not take responsibility for any theft or loss that may occur during your stay. We strongly advise guests take out travel insurance to protect themselves against theft or loss of personal items.

BOAT USE POLICY
We provide use of a runabout boat as part of our rates, which seats up to 4 persons maximum (this is the largest possible boat size we can offer to unlicensed drivers). As part of our check-in procedure, you'll receive a briefing on safe operation. At the end of the briefing you will be given a boat use agreement, where you will acknowledge receipt of the safety briefing and that use of the boat is at your own risk. Lifejackets, including for children, mandatory safety equipment, and a full tank of fuel is provided.

NB The boat can only be used during daylight hours, so that needs to be taken into consideration if you have any late arriving guests you may like to collect yourself on the day of arrival. In that scenario, an additional boat transfer will need to be booked in advance of your stay.

We strongly advise guests take out travel insurance with water activities coverage to protect themselves against the risk of damage to property, or injury to themselves and/or third parties.

We may use third-party service providers to process your personal information on our behalf for the purposes of this booking. For example, we may share some information about you with these third parties so that they can contact you directly by email (for example: to obtain post stay reviews about your travel experience).

Payment Policy

Payment in full is required 21 days prior to the date of commencement of your rental, or at time of booking when the date of commencement falls within 21 days before the booking commencement date, with the exclusion of special earlybird seasonal offers which must be paid in full at the time of booking.

Bookings are only confirmed once an initial deposit payment is received or processed, per the schedule and conditions below, in addition to consent to Calabash Bay Lodge's standard terms and conditions of rental.

Deposit and payment due dates:
25% - Payable at time of booking
25% - 60 days in advance
50% - 21 days in advance
50% - Bookings made under 60 days in advance
Full balance - Bookings made under 21 days in advance

Payment can be made by electronic bank transfer or Visa, MasterCard, JCB, Discover, and American Express credit cards. Our bank account details can be provided upon request for a fee free payment.

For stays during peak season, including Christmas, New Year, and January, a non-refundable booking fee of $1000 is payable upfront at the time of booking, along with any deposit payments due. This booking fee is deductible from your final payment balance. A 50% deposit will then be due 90 days out from the booking commencement date, and the remaining 50% minus the booking fee paid due 60 days out from the start date.

Prior to the payment date we will send the guest a reminder notice by email of the upcoming payment instalment. If the guests payment is overdue by 48 hours or more, we will process the payment with the credit card details as supplied for the security bond.

Cancellation Policy

A full refund of any deposits paid will be made if your booking is cancelled more than 90 days out from the booking start date. Please note well that all booking fees are non-refundable. The value of the booking fee will be deducted from any deposit monies refunded to the guest per the cancellation schedule below.

If a cancellation is made within 90 days of your booking start date, the following cancellation schedule applies. Wherever possible, we recommend postponing your booking instead.

DATE OF CANCELLATION MADE:
90 days or less – 15% of the total cost
60 days or less– 30% of the total cost
30 days or less – 50% of the total cost
21 days or less – 75% of the total cost
14 days or less – 100% of the total cost
NOTE: % refers to PAYMENT FORFEITABLE

For self-catering stays only, if we are able to rebook the cancelled dates successfully, we will provide a full refund, less a $200 administration fee. If you are cancelling a package, please contact us directly for more information.

POSTPONEMENT OR DATE CHANGES
Should requirements change or life intervene, and you need to change the date of your booking to an alternative date either prior to or after the original booking, we are happy to transfer the balance of any deposits paid to alternative dates within the next 12 months from the date of the request, subject to availability, and payment of a $100 administration fee. NB: We will only accept one postponement request from the date of the original booking, before the cancellation policy terms & costs outlined above would apply.